City of Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation Department
Polliwog Park Dog Run
Dog Run Rules MBMC 12.48.050
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Dog run open daily
November 1 - March 30: 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
April 1 - October 31: 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Dogs must be leashed outside Dog run
and remain on designated “Dogs on
Leash” paths of park
Dog run will be closed for obedience
classes, special events and maintenance
as posted
Occupancy limited to 20 dogs at any one
time
If people are waiting, please leave after
15 minutes
No person may bring more than (2) dogs to
the dog run at one time
All dogs must be currently licensed and
vaccinated
Un-neutered/Un-spayed adult dogs (1 year
or older) are NOT permitted
Aggressive dogs and dogs in heat are not
permitted
Dog owners are liable for any injuries or
damage caused by their dog(s)
Owner /custodian must be present and
inside dog run at all times
Owner /custodian must supervise and clean
up after their dog(s)
No food or treats allowed in dog run
Children under twelve (12) years of age
must be supervised and accompanied
by an adult in the dog run
Owner/custodian must have a leash available at all times
Owner/custodian must remove dog(s) that
bark continuously
Owners are responsible for their dog’s
behavior
Violators will be cited
Dog Run Etiquette
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Dog Access in
Polliwog Park
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Dogs permitted on assigned
Wait to enter/exit the double-gated
please bring a flashlight so that you will
Polliwog Park walk ways and in
buffer area until gates are free of other
be able to clean up after your dog.
the Dog Run.
dogs.
16. For the safety of your dog and their
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Dogs are restricted from pond
Keep dog(s) on leash until inside the
playing companions, remove prong colwalkway, amphitheater, play
first gate of the off leash dog run.
lars before entering the dog run.
and fitness area.
Remove the leash once you are inside
17. No strollers or babies allowed in the dog
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Dogs are restricted from
the double-gated buffer area.
run.
signed areas of the park during
Upon exiting, leash your dog within the
18. Do not block pathways or entrance/
special events.
buffer area.
exits.
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Dogs may not be tethered and
Make sure to close all gates immedimust be on leash and under
ately behind you.
Help insure the success of this area
the control of owner.
Do not bring puppies under four (4)
by leaving it in better condition than
months old into dog run; it is a serious
you found it. Make a quick sweep of
health risk.
the area before you leave, picking up
Always keep a close eye on your dog(s).
any mess that someone may have
If your dog becomes aggressive, unruly
mistakenly left.
or disruptive to fellow dogs, please
leave the dog run immediately.
If you see an owner not clean up after
their dog(s), ask them politely to obey
the rules.
We encourage owners to bring their own
bags and maybe a few extra to leave for
others. If you need a bag, feel free to
take one from the dispenser.
Fill in all holes dug up by your dog.
No smoking in the dog run and park.
Help avoid accidents by being aware
before throwing a ball for your dog(s).
Contact Information
Be careful when bringing children into
the dog run. Some dogs may react ag• Emergencies
• Park Patrol
gressively to the high-pitched sound of
911
or
(310)
545-4566
(310)
802-5425
or
(310)
877-0512
children screaming. Not all dogs are
from
cell
phones
friendly to children; teach children to ask
• Dog Run Suggestions
permission before approaching a
• Animal Control
(310) 802-5425
strange dog.
(310) 802-5159 Dispatch
[email protected]
When visiting the play area after dark,
(310) 802-5160 Office